News published on Federal Newswire in May 2022

News from May 2022




News Release: LAS VEGAS - The BLM Southern Nevada District has finalized a Recreation Area Management Plan and Environmental Assessment for the Calico Basin area of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The planning effort was undertaken to balance high-quality visitor experience with natural resource protection in one of the region’s most popular recreation areas.


Juneteenth, Gordon Granger, and Chickamauga

News Release: Fort Oglethorpe, GA: On Sunday June 19, at 2 pm, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will present a special ranger-led hike to look at General Gordon Granger and his roles in both the Battle of Chickamauga and Juneteenth. This program will start at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center...


DOE’s Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute Releases First Public Roadmap

News Release: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) today released its first Public Roadmap, which details a five-year plan for the Institute’s activities, priorities, and initiatives. Housed at the University of Texas at San Antonio, CyManII supports early-stage research and development (R&D) to improve the competitiveness of American manufacturing, secure supply chains, and bolster cybersecurity in energy-efficient manufacturing.


The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


There are three releases scheduled to be published on May 27.


Labor Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Job Corps Application Data on May 25

The US Labor Department published a two page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


District Man Pleads Guilty to Bias-Related Attack of Family in Northwest Washington

News Release: Defendant Punched and Pushed Victims as They Walked on Street; Sentenced to 210 Days in Jail.


Montezuma Castle (includes the Montezuma Well Unit) and Tuzigoot National Monuments Enter Stage 2 Fire Restrictions (Camp Verde)

News Release: Montezuma Castle (includes the Montezuma Well Unit) and Tuzigoot National Monuments Enter Stage 2 Fire RestrictionsCamp Verde, AZ / Rimrock, AZ / Clarkdale, AZ - Due to increasing fire danger in the state of Arizona and in order to follow similar restrictions from surrounding federal, state, and local...


News Release: BECKLEY, W.Va. - Three individuals pleaded guilty today to federal charges involving the straw purchases of multiple firearms.


There are two releases scheduled to be published on May 27.


News Release: ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Brandon Barber, 36, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, made an initial appearance in federal court on May 25 facing two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon. Barber will remain in custody pending a preliminary and detention hearing scheduled for May 27.


USDA Announces Signup for the Commodity Container Assistance Program

News Release: Washington -Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin accepting applications for the Commodity Container Assistance Program (CCAP) which currently includes a partnership with the Port of Oakland in California and the Northwest Seaport Alliance...


News Release: CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - Law Enforcement officers at Padre Island National Seashore will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint as part of their high-visibility enforcement campaign on Saturday, May 28, 2022 on Park Road 22 near the Malaquite Visitor Center parking lot. This checkpoint will support the continued detection and deterrence of alcohol and drug-impaired driving and contribute to a safe park experience for all visitors on Memorial Day weekend.


Chair Grijalva Applauds 9th Circuit Decision to Halt Rosemont Mine

Chair Grijalva Applauds 9th Circuit Decision to Halt Rosemont Mine


Natural Resources Committee to Hold First Congressional Hearing on the Indian Boarding School Era

Natural Resources Committee to Hold First Congressional Hearing on the Indian Boarding School Era


Chair Grijalva, Rep. Porter Refer Former Interior Secretary Bernhardt, Villages at Vigneto Developer to Justice Department, Alleging Criminal Bribery

Chair Grijalva, Rep. Porter Refer Former Interior Secretary Bernhardt, Villages at Vigneto Developer to Justice Department, Alleging Criminal Bribery


Snake River flows to increase Memorial Day weekend

News Release: MOOSE, WY- The Bureau of Reclamation is increasing outflows from Jackson Lake, timed to coincide with the natural peak (high) flows. As higher temperatures across the basin are anticipated, Jackson Lake inflows, the Snake River, and major tributaries are forecasted to peak over the Memorial Day weekend.


Kansas Bookkeeper Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud

News Release: WICHITA, KAN. - A Kansas woman pleaded guilty in connection to a scheme to defraud her former employers of millions of dollars.